The Unhealthy Diets of Many Adolescents Place Them at Risk

question 66

Multiple Choice

The unhealthy diets of many adolescents place them at risk for all of the following EXCEPT

• A) being overweight.
• B) deficiencies in iron and calcium.
• C) high-fat and low-nutrient eating.
• D) increased heart attacks.

---

Definitions:

Afferent Nerves

Afferent nerves are sensory nerves that carry information from sensory organs and structures of the body to the brain and spinal cord.

Olfactory Nerves

Cranial nerves responsible for conveying sensory information regarding smells from the nose to the brain, playing a crucial role in the sense of smell.

Auditory Nerves

The cranial nerves that transmit sound information from the inner ear to the brain for auditory processing.

Plasticity

The ability of the brain to change and adapt in response to new experiences, learning, or damage.